The decals shown have been placed on your treadmill , if a decal is missing , or if it is not legible , please call toll - free 1 - 888 - 533 - 1333 and order a free replacement decal Protect yourself and ( see the front cover of this manual ) . Apply the decal in the location shown . Note : others from risk of serious injury . Read the user's The decals are not shown at actual size . manual and : side rails when , Stand only on theing starting or stopp treadmill , â¢ Change speed in small increments . , Hold handrails to prevent falling , and always wear the safety clip while operating treadmill , ' Stop if you feel faint , dizzy , or short of breath . â¢ Fully engage storage latch before tread - mill is moved or stored . â¢ Reduce incline to its lowest level before folding treadmill il _ to storage position . not h _ use . â¢ Keep clothing , fingers , and hair away from rnoving belt . , Never try to adjust or fix the belt while it is moving , â¢ Always wear athletic shoes while operating treadmill . 4 Page: 5

BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the new PROFORM _ > 495 Pi this manual , call 1 - 800 - 4 - MY - HOME _ ( 1 - 800 - 469 - 4663 ) . treadmill . The PROFORM 495 Pi treadmill combines ad - To help us assist you , please note the product model number and serial number before calling . The model vanced technology with innovative design to help you number of the treadmill is 831.29523.4 . The serial num - get the most from your exercise in the convenience of ber can be found on a decal attached to the treadmill your home . And when you're not exercising , the PRO - FORM 495 Pi treadmill can be folded up , requiring less ( see the front cover of this manual for the location ) . than half the floor space of other treadmills . Before reading further , please review the drawing For your benefit , read this manual carefully before below and familiarize yourself with the labeled parts . using the treadmill . If you have questions after reading Fan Accessory Tray Key / Clip Handrail Upright Storage Latch Reset / Off Circuit Breaker Walking Belt Foot Rail - - RIGHT SiDE \ _ _ Cushioned Walking Platform for maximum exercise comfort BACK Rear Roliel Adjustment Bolts Page: 6

ASSEMBLY Assembly requires two persons . Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials . Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed . Note : The underside of the treadmill walking belt is coated with high - performance lubricant . During shipping , a small amount of lubricant may be transferred to the top of the walking belt or the shipping carton . This is a normal condition and does not affect treadmill performance . If there is lubricant on top of the walking belt , simply wipe off the lubricant with a soft cloth and a mild , non - abrasive cleaner . Assembly requires the included alien wrenches ) and your own phillips screwdriver ( [ _ Z = = = = = = _ , rubber mallet c : : z : z : z : _ , and adjustable wrench _ . For help identifying the assembly hardware , see the drawings below . If a part is not in the parts bag , first check to see if it has been pre - assembled , if a part is missing , call toll = free 1 = 888 = 533 = 1333 . Silver Ground 1 / 2 " Screw ( 48 ) - 10 2 " Bolt ( 64 ) - 2 Wheel Nut ( 32 ) - 2 Screw ( 75 ) - 1 Handrail Bolt ( 37 ) - 4 3 / 4 " Screw ( 2 ) - 2 1 " Tek Screw ( 39 ) - 6 1 . Make sure that the power cord is unplugged . With the help of another person , carefully raise the Uprights ( 69 ) to the vertical position . Insert one of the Extension Legs ( 63 ) into the treadmill as shown . ( Note : It may be helpful to tip the Uprights as you insert the Extension Leg . ) Make sure that the Base Pad ( 61 ) is under the Extension Leg . 63 Insert the other Extension Leg ( 63 ) in the same way . 61 Page: 7

Set the Console Base ( 47 ) on the Right Handrail ( 72 ) and 7 47 the Left Handrail ( 71 ) . Attach the Console Base with four 71 72 1 / 2 " Screws ( 48 ) . Start all four Screws before tighten - ing them ; do not overtighten the Screws . 48 Press the Upright Wire ( 42 ) into the slot in the underside 47 of the Console Base ( 47 ) in the indicated area . Cover the Upright Wire with the Right Grip Plate ( 36 ) . Be careful not to pinch the Upright Wire . Tighten three 1 / 2 " Screws ( 48 ) into the Right Grip Plate and the Console Base . Attach the Left Grip Plate ( 32 ) over the ground wire and the other wires with three 1 / 2 " Screws ( 48 ) . Be careful not to pinch any of the Wires . 48 48 9 . Attach the Storage Latch ( 29 ) and the Latch Spacer ( 44 ) to the left Upright ( 69 ) with two 3 / 4 " Screws ( 2 ) as shown . Do not overtighten the Screws . 10 . Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the treadmill . Note : Extra hardware may be included . Keep the included allen wrenches in a secure place . The large allen wrench is used to adjust the walking belt ( see page 16 ) . To protect the floor or carpet , place a mat under the treadmill . Page: 10

OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT THE PRE = LUBRICATED WALKING BELT an equipment - grounding conductor and a grounding plug . Plug the power cord into a surge suppressor , Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with high - and plug the surge suppressor into an appropriate performance lubricant , iMPORTANT : Never apply sil - outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances . icone spray or other substances to the walking belt or the walking platform . Such substances will Important : The treadmill is not compatible with deteriorate the walking belt and cause excessive GFCl = equipped outlets . wear . This product is for use on a nominal 120 - volt circuit , HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illus - trated in drawing 1 below . A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter illustrated in drawing 2 may be used to connect the surge suppressor to a 2 - pole receptacle as shown in drawing 2 if a properly grounded outlet is not available . Grounded Outlet Box _ . . _ - - Surge Suppressor _ ' < " - . Grounding Pin I Your treadmill , like any other type of sophisticated electronic equipment , can be seriously damaged by Grounding Pin sudden voltage changes in your home's power . Voltage surges , spikes , and noise interference can _ rounded Outlet Grounding Plug result from weather conditions or from other appliances being turned on or off . To decrease the possibility of 2 your treadmill being damaged , always use a surge _ rounded Outlet Box suppressor with your treadmill ( see drawing 1 at Adapter the right ) . To purchase a surge suppressor , see Surge Suppressor your local Sears store or call 1 = 800 = 366 = 7278 and order part number 146148 , or see your local elec = tronics store . Use only a single - outlet surge suppressor that is UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage surge sup = Metal Scre _ w " pressor ( TVSS ) . The surge suppressor must have a UL suppressed voltage rating of 400 volts or less and a minimum surge dissipation of 450 joules . The surge suppressor must be electrically rated for The temporary adapter should be used only until a 120 volts AC and 15 amps . There must be a moni = properly grounded outlet ( drawing 1 ) can be installed toting light on the surge suppressor to indicate by a qualified electrician . whether it is functioning properly . Failure to use a properly functioning surge suppressor could result The green - colored rigid ear , lug , or the like extending in damage to the control system of the treadmill , if from the adapter must be connected to a permanent the control system is damaged , the walking belt ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover . may change speed , accelerate , or stop unexpect = Whenever the adapter is used it must be held in place edly , which may result in a fall and serious injury . by a metal screw . Some 2 = pole receptacle outlet box covers are not grounded . Contact a qualified elec = This product must be grounded . If it should malfunc - trician to determine if the outlet box cover is tion or break down , grounding provides a path of least grounded before using an adapter . resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of elec - tric shock . This product is equipped with a cord having 10 Page: 11

CONSOLEDIAGRAM f f 3a _ MPH j q : se FAT CALS . PULSE TIME DISTANCE SPEED Note : If there is a thin sheet Pulse Sensor of plastic on the console , Cli remove the plastic . clip attached to the key ( see the drawing above ) , and slide the clip onto the waistband of your clothes . Insert the key into the console . A tone will sound and the three displays will light . Test the clip by carefully taking a few steps backward until the key is pulled from the console , if the key is not pulled from the console , adjust the position of the clip . Follow the steps below to operate the console . Insert the key into the console . When the key is inserted , a tone will sound and the three displays will light . Press the Speed + button to start the walking belt . A moment after the button is pressed , the walking STEP - BY - STEP CONSOLE OPERATION belt will begin to move . Hold the handrails and begin walking . Before operating the console , make sure that the power cord is properly plugged in ( see page 10 ) . As you exercise , change the speed of the walking belt as desired by pressing the Speed + and - In addition , make sure that buttons . Each time a button is pressed , the speed the reset / off circuit breaker , setting will change by 0.1 mph ; if a button is held located on the treadmill frame Reset down , the speed setting will change in increments near the power cord , is in the of 0.5 mph . To change the speed setting quickly , reset position . press the Quick Speed buttons . Note : The con - sole can display speed and distance in either miles or kilometers ( see SPEED DISPLAY on Note : To prevent damage to the walking platform , page 12 ) . For simplicity , all instructions in this always wear clean shoes when using the treadmill . section refer to miles . Next , stand on the foot rails of the treadmill . Find the 11 Page: 12

To stop the walking belt , press the Stop button . change the unit of measurement . When the de - sired unit of measurement is selected , remove the The Time / Distance display will begin to flash . key and then reinsert it . Note : During the first few minutes that the treadmill To reset the displays , press the Stop button , re - is used , inspect the alignment of the walking belt , move the key , and then reinsert the key . and align it if necessary ( see page 15 ) . Change the incline of the treadmill as desired . Measure your heart rate if desired . To change the incline of the treadmill , press either To measure your of the Incline buttons until the desired incline level heart rate , stand on is reached . the foot rails and place your thumb Follow your progress with the three displays . on the pulse sen - sor . Do not press Fat Calories / Calories / too hard , or the Mode Indicator Pulse display - - This circulation in your display shows the ap - thumb will be restricted and your pulse will not proximate numbers of fai be detected . After a few seconds , the heart - [ ss6 calories and ca / ories you shaped indicator in the Fat Calories / Calories / have burned ( see FAT Pulse display will begin to flash , and then your FAT OALS . PULSE BURNING on page 17 ) . heart rate will be shown . Hold your thumb on the The display will change pulse sensor for about 15 seconds for the most ac - from one number to the other every few seconds , curate reading . as shown by the mode indicators . This display will also show your heart rate when you use the pulse If the displayed heart rate appears to be too high sensor ( see step 5 ) . or too low , or if your heart rate is not displayed , lift your thumb off the pulse sensor for a few seconds . Time / Distance Then , place your thumb on the pulse sensor as de - scribed above . Remember to stand still while mea - display - - This display shows the elapsed time suring your heart rate . and the distance that Turn on the fan if desired . you have walked or run . The display will change from one number to the To turn on the fan , press the fan button on the left other every few seconds , as shown by the mode side of the console . To turn on the fan at high indicators . Note : When the Stop button is pressed , speed , press the button a second time . To turn off this display will flash . the fan , press the button a third time . Note : A few minutes after the walking belt is stopped , the fan Speed display - - This will automatically turn off . display shows the speed of the walking belt . When you are finished exercising , remove the key . Step onto the foot rails , press the Stop button , and remove the key from the console . Keep the key in a Note : The console can secure place . Move the reset / off circuit breaker to display speed and dis - i1 _ the off position and unplug the power cord . tance in either miles or kilometers . To change the unit of measure - SPEED ment , hold down the Stop button while in - serting the key into the console . An " E " for English miles or an " M " for metric kilometers will appear in the Speed display . Press the Speed + button to 12 Page: 13

HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE Before folding the treadmill , adjust the incline to the lowest position . If this is not done , the treadmill may be per = manently damaged . Next , unplug the power cord . CAUTION : You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds ( 20 kg ) to raise , lower , or move the treadmill . Hold the treadmill with your hands in the locations shown at the right . To decrease the possibility of injury , bend your legs and keep your back straight . As you raise the tread = mill , make sure to lift with your legs rather than your back . Raise the treadmill about halfway to the vertical posi - tion . 2 . Move your right hand to the position shown and hold the treadmill firmly . Using your left thumb , press the storage latch to the left . Raise the treadmill until the storage latch closes over the catch . Make sure that the storage latch is fully engaged over the catch . To protect the floor or carpet from damage , place a mat under the treadmill . Keep the treadmill out of direct sun = light . Do not leave the treadmill in the storage position in Engaged temperatures above 85 Â° Fahrenheit . Storage S I HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL Before moving the treadmill , convert the treadmill to the storage position as described above . Make sure that the frame is se - curely held by the storage latch . 1 . Hold the upper ends of the handrails . Place one foot on the base as shown . 2 . Tilt the treadmill back until it rolls freely on the front wheels . Carefully move the treadmill to the desired location . To re - duce the risk of injury , use extreme caution while mov = ing the treadmill . Do not move the treadmill over an un = even surface . Base 3 . Place one foot on the base , and carefully lower the treadmill Front Wheels until it is resting in the storage position . 13 Page: 14

HOWTOLOWERTHETREADMILLFORUSE 1 . Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand . Press the storage latch to the left . Pivot the treadmill down until the frame and foot rail are past the storage latch . / ! 2 . Hold the treadmill firmly with both hands , and lower the tread - mill to the floor . Do not drop the treadmill frame to the floor . To decrease the possibility of injury , bend your legs and keep your back straight . 14 Page: 15

TROUBLESHOOTING Most treadmill problems can be solved by following the simple steps below . Find the symptom that applies , and follow the steps listed , if further assistance is needed , call toll = free 1 = 800 = 4 = MY = HOME Â® ( 1 = 800 = 469 = 4663 ) . PROBLEM : The power does not turn on SOLUTION : a . Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a surge suppressor , and that the surge suppressor is plugged into a properly grounded outlet ( see page 10 ) . Use only a single - outlet surge suppres - sor that meets all of the specifications described on page 10 . Important : The treadmill is not com - patible with GFCI - equipped outlets . b . After the power cord has been plugged in , make sure that the key is fully inserted into the console . C . Check the reset / off circuit breaker located on the treadmill frame near the power cord . If the switch protrudes as shown , the circuit breaker has tripped . To reset the circuit breaker , wait for five minutes Reset Tripped and then press the switch back in . PROBLEM : The power turns off during use SOLUTION : a . Check the circuit breaker located on the treadmill frame near the power cord ( see the drawing above ) . If the circuit breaker has tripped , wait for five minutes and then press the switch back in . b . Make sure that the power cord is plugged in . If the power cord is plugged in , unplug it , wait for five minutes , and then plug it back in . c . Remove the key from the console . Reinsert the key fully into the console . Â® d . If the treadmill still will not run , please call toll - free 1 - 800 - 4 - MY - HOME ( 1 - 800 - 469 - 4663 ) . PROBLEM : The displays of the console do not function properly SOLUTION : a . Remove the key from the console and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD . Remove the 3 / 4 " Screws ( 2 ) from the Hood ( 1 ) , and carefully pivot the Hood off . / Locate the Reed Switch ( 10 ) and the Magnet ( 18 ) on the left side of the Pulley ( 17 ) . Turn the Pulley until the 1 Magnet is aligned with the Reed Switch . Make sure that the gap between the Magnet and the Reed Switch is about 1 / 8 " . If necessary , loosen the 3 / 4 " 10 Tek Screw ( 58 ) , move the Reed Switch slightly , and then retighten the Screw . Reattach the Hood , and run the treadmill for a few minutes to check for a correct Top speed reading . View II 15 Page: 16

PROBLEM : The walking belt slows when walked on SOLUTION : a . Use only a single - outlet surge suppressor that meets all of the specifications described on page 10 . b . If the walking belt is overtightened , treadmill perfor - mance may decrease and the walking belt may be - come damaged . Remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD . Using the allen wrench , turn both rear roller adjustment bolts counterclockwise , 1 / 4 of a turn . When the walking belt is properly tightened , you should be able to lift each side of the walking belt 2 to 3 inches off the walking platform . Be careful to keep the walking belt centered . Plug in the power cord , in - sert the key , and run the treadmill for a few minutes . Rear Roller Adjustment Bolts Repeat until the walking belt is properly tightened . c . If the walking belt still slows when walked on , please call toll - free 1 - 800 - 4 - MY - HOME _ ( 1 - 800 - 469 - 4663 ) . PROBLEM : The walking belt is off - center or slips when walked on SOLUTION : a . If the walking belt is off - center , first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD . If the walking belt has shifted to the left , use the allen wrench to turn the left rear roller bolt clockwise 1 / 2 of a turn ; if the walking belt has shifted to the right , turn the left bolt counterclockwise 1 / 2 of a turn . Be careful not to overtighten the walking belt . Plug in the power cord , insert the key , and run the treadmill for a few minutes . Repeat until the walking belt is centered . b . If the walking belt slips when walked on , first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD . Using the allen wrench , turn both rear roller bolts clockwise , 1 / 4 of a turn . When the walking belt is correctly tight - ened , you should be able to lift each side of the walk - ing belt 2 to 3 inches off the walking platform . Be careful to keep the walking belt centered . Plug in the power cord , insert the key , and carefully walk on the treadmill for a few minutes . Repeat until the walking belt is properly tightened . 16 Page: 17

CONDiTiONiNG GUiDELiNES ergy . Only after the first few minutes does your body begin to use stored fatca / or / esfor energy . If your goal is to burn fat , adjust the speed and incline of the tread - mill until your heart rate is near the lowest number in your training zone . For maximum fat burning , adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill until your heart rate is near the middle number in your training zone . Aerobic Exercise If your goal is to strengthen your cardiovascular sys - tem , your exercise must be " aerobic . " Aerobic exercise is activity that requires large amounts of oxygen for The following guidelines will help you to plan your ex - prolonged periods of time . This increases the demand ercise program . For more detailed exercise informa - on the heart to pump blood to the muscles , and on the tion , obtain a reputable book or consult your physician . lungs to oxygenate the blood . For aerobic exercise , adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill until your EXERCISE iNTENSiTY heart rate is near the highest number in your training zone . Whether your goal is to burn fat or to strengthen your cardiovascular system , the key to achieving the WORKOUT GUIDELINES desired results is to exercise with the proper intensity . The proper intensity level can be found by using your Each workout should include the following three parts : heart rate as a guide . The chart below shows recom - mended heart rates for fat burning and aerobic exercise . A Warm = up - - Start each workout with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching and light exercise . A proper warm - up in - creases your body temperature , heart rate and circula - HEART RATE TRAINING ZONES tion in preparation for exercise . AEROBIC 165 155 145 140 130 125 115 MAX FAT BURN 145 138 130 125 118 110 103 Training Zone Exercise - - After warming up , increase FAT BURN 125 120 115 110 105 95 90 the intensity of your exercise until your pulse is in your Age 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 training zone for 20 to 60 minutes . ( During the first few weeks of your exercise program , do not keep your pulse in your training zone for longer than 20 minutes . ) To find the proper heart rate for you , first find your age Breathe regularly and deeply as you exercise - - never near the bottom of the chart ( ages are rounded off to hold your breath . the nearest ten years ) . Next , find the three numbers above your age . The three numbers define your " train - A Cool = down - - Finish each workout with 5 to 10 min - ing zone . " The lower two numbers are recommended utes of stretching to cool down . This will increase the heart rates for fat burning ; the higher number is the flexibility of your muscles and will help prevent post - recommended heart rate for aerobic exercise . exercise problems . To measure your heart rate during exercise , use the EXERCISE FREQUENCY pulse sensor . To maintain or improve your condition , complete three Fat Burning workouts each week , with at least one day of rest be - tween workouts . After a few months , you may com - To burn fat effectively , you must exercise at a relatively plete up to five workouts each week if desired . The key low intensity level for a sustained period of time . to success is to make exercise a regular and enjoyable During the first few minutes of exercise , your body part of your everyday life . uses easily accessible carbohydrate caloriesfor en - 17 Page: 18

SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right . Move slowly as you stretch - - never bounce . 1 . Toe Touch Stretch Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips . Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you reach down toward your toes as far as possible . Hold for 15 counts , then relax . Repeat 3 times . Stretches : Hamstrings , back of knees and back . 2 . Hamstring Stretch Sit with one leg extended . Bring the sole of the opposite foot toward you and rest it against the inner thigh of your extended leg . Reach toward your toes as far as possible . Hold for 15 counts , then relax . Repeat 3 times for each leg . Stretches : Hamstrings , lower back and groin . 3 . Calf / Achilles Stretch With one leg in front of the other , reach forward and place your hands against a wall . Keep your back leg straight and your back foot flat on the floor . Bend your front leg , lean forward and move your hips toward the wall . Hold for 15 counts , then relax . Repeat 3 times for each leg . To cause further stretching of the achilles ten - dons , bend your back leg as well . Stretches : Calves , achilles ten - dons and ankles . 4 . Quadriceps Stretch With one hand against a wail for balance , reach back and grasp one foot with your other hand . Bring your heel as close to your buttocks as possible . Hold for 15 counts , then relax . Repeat 3 times for each leg . Stretches : Quadriceps and hip muscles . 5 . Inner Thigh Stretch Sit with the soles of your feet together and your knees outward . Pull your feet toward your groin area as far as possible . Hold for 15 counts , then relax . Repeat 3 times . Stretches : Quadriceps and hip muscles . 18 Page: 19